Farewells...and Hello's

It's begun.

"I can't believe the hopes He's granted
Means a chapter of your life is through."
-Michael W. Smith, Friends

A chapter is closing. I'm in the midst of packing and paperwork, getting packages in the mail that I've been putting off, multiple last minute Walmart runs, and that's just the task side of it.

I've gained several dear friends and been reunited with old friends. Last night my eyes needed to be wiped. Oh, it's begun. The last two nights I've been exhausted yet restless. I'm not a worrier, but I've caught myself mulling over unfortunate situations that I wish I could change, solve, or undo. Little things and big things. I love the students and workers of Bethany. I will miss them.

This year was a very rich experience.
Thank you Jesus.

God please sustain me and give me grace. Help me to look ahead to the reward of this new chapter! California is not chopped liver! :) It doesn't feel real that I'll be at Church of the Chimes in San Jose in a week! WOW! My home church! I'll have a car again! I can't wait to see my friends and loved ones! Our Father is a good provider. :)

"The Lord Himself goes before you, and will be with you.
He will never leave you, nor forsake you.
Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged."
Deuteronomy 31:8

(I Arrive in SJC Thursday Afternoon)